EPISODE · Mar 30, 2026 · 1H 11M
#006 - Ivo Santos
from Bonsaigers' Conversations · host lorisdiotti
In this episode of Bonsaigers’ Conversations, I sit down with Ivo Santos, a dedicated artist whose journey bridges European practice and traditional Japanese apprenticeship.We dive into a thoughtful conversation about bonsai as both craft and way of life, exploring Ivo’s experiences working through the winter season in Portugal, a time that tests patience, discipline, and long-term vision. He shares how the quieter months shape his approach, refining both technique and mindset.A central part of our discussion focuses on his apprenticeship in Japan, where he immersed himself in the roots of bonsai tradition. Ivo reflects on the intensity of that experience, the lessons learned from daily practice, and how that period continues to influence his work today.This episode is about dedication, rhythm, and learning from different cultures, an exploration of how time, environment, and tradition come together to shape an artist’s path.
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In this episode of Bonsaigers’ Conversations, I sit down with Ivo Santos, a dedicated artist whose journey bridges European practice and traditional Japanese apprenticeship.We dive into a thoughtful conversation about bonsai as both craft and way of life, exploring Ivo’s experiences working through the winter season in Portugal, a time that tests patience, discipline, and long-term vision. He shares how the quieter months shape his approach, refining both technique and mindset.A central part of our discussion focuses on his apprenticeship in Japan, where he immersed himself in the roots of bonsai tradition. Ivo reflects on the intensity of that experience, the lessons learned from daily practice, and how that period continues to influence his work today.This episode is about dedication, rhythm, and learning from different cultures, an exploration of how time, environment, and tradition come together to shape an artist’s path.
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#006 - Ivo Santos
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